MSK Physiotherapist

Are you an experienced HCPC registered Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist looking for a new or additional role? Have you ever thought about working within a prison environment, helping to rehabilitate and support offenders to live purposeful lives as a member of the community? If you are looking for a role where you can develop your existing skills and learn something new every day, then this is the place to be. We believe in a good work life balance so there is no on call or weekend work. This role is part time working 1 day a week at HMP Lewes for a period of approximately 3 years. You will be responsible for assessing and treating a range of MSK pathologies with some complex and/or chronic presentations. You will need to demonstrate advanced MSK diagnostic and treatment skills, be able to work within the MDT and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. Main duties of the job Provide outstanding evidence-based care, listening and acting on patient feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to patients. Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries; playing an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding. Inspire excellence in your colleagues by being pro‑active in the management of MSK conditions and motivating the wider team to identify patients presenting with red flag symptoms, forging strong working relationships with the Practice Plus Group healthcare team and the wider prison service. Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care supporting your clinical and non‑clinical colleagues to do a great job. Be responsible for your own caseload and waiting list and be able to work as an autonomous practitioner. You will be closely supported and mentored by our Clinical Lead, and this combined with our well‑developed appraisal system, in‑service training and funding for external clinical courses, you will be provided with an excellent supportive learning environment to continue your professional development. Qualifications Physiotherapy qualification. HCPC registered. Experience in assessing and treating complex and/or chronic presentations. Demonstrable advanced MSK diagnostic and treatment skills. Ability to work within the MDT and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Good IT skills. Willingness to learn and develop. CSP member desirable. Experience of NHS work and knowledge of national pathways desirable. Knowledge of Systm1 desirable. Experience Evidence of post‑grad MSK work and CPD in MSK. Evidence of post‑grad qualifications in MSK physiotherapy (desirable). Experience of NHS work and knowledge of national pathways (desirable). Additional criteria Excellent communication skills. Excellent team working skills. Good IT skills. Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner. Knowledge of Systm1 (desirable). Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details Practice Plus Group 1 Brighton Rd Lewes East Sussex BN7 1EA Employer's website https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab) Salary: up to £48,951 per annum pro rata depending on experience, fixed‑term contract up to 3 years, extensive wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro‑rata. To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com Please note that offers of employment are subject to Practice Plus Group Terms & Conditions and receipt of satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and prison vetting. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr